Korean Studio Barunson Takes Global Sales on Joko Anwar's 'Satan's Slaves: Origin'
Barunson E&A, the Korean studio behind 'Parasite,' has boarded worldwide sales for the Indonesian horror prequel 'Satan's Slaves: Origin.' Directed by Joko Anwar, the film is produced by Rapi Films in co-production with several other companies. It will be introduced to international buyers at the inaugural TIFF Market this September.
Barunson E&A, the Korean studio behind "Parasite," will manage worldwide sales for the Indonesian horror prequel. Directed by Joko Anwar, the film is produced by Rapi Films in co-production with Come and See Pictures, Sky Media, and Legacy Pictures. This partnership signals a notable cross-border collaboration in Southeast Asian genre cinema.
The project is set to be introduced to international buyers at the inaugural TIFF Market in September. Barunson describes it as one of the most ambitious genre productions from the region, underscoring the growing global interest in Indonesian horror and its commercial potential.
This deal could broaden the international reach of Indonesian horror, potentially attracting new audiences and investment in Southeast Asian genre films. Local filmmakers may gain more opportunities for co-productions and global distribution, while audiences worldwide